Sam Johnson brings size, versatility, and a long-term upside to Drake’s WR room
In the 2024 season, Drake wide receiver Sam Johnson logged 1 reception for 5 yards, and he entered the 2026 roster listed at 5-foot-11, 190 pounds as a junior from Waukee, Iowa.[2][3][13][15] He’s not a stat-sheet bully yet, but that’s the point: Johnson looks like a developmental receiver with room to grow, and his added bulk suggests Drake wants more physicality from him on the perimeter.[3][7][15] If you’re looking for an instant, proven target, he’s not that guy yet; if you want a young, in-program WR with upside, toughness, and roster traction, he’s worth a closer look.[2][3][15]
